Da Nang vs Hanoi vs Sofia

Da Nang ๐Ÿ‡ป๐Ÿ‡ณ
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Hanoi ๐Ÿ‡ป๐Ÿ‡ณ
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Sofia ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฌ
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Population 1,125,316 8,053,663 1,270,169
Official language(s) Vietnamese Vietnamese Bulgarian
Level of English Low Moderate High
Main airport Da Nang International Airport (DAD) Nแป™i Bร i International Airport (HAN) Sofia International Airport (SOF)
Most common months to visit February - May January, February, October - December April-June, September-October
Currency VND - Vietnamese Dong (โ‚ซ) VND - Vietnamese Dong (โ‚ซ) BGN - Bulgarian Lev (ะปะฒ)
Credit cards Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. Accepted everywhere
Remote worker visa No No No
Average monthly costs $959 $1167 $1289
Rent $316 $503 $567
Groceries $161 $151 $10
Dining out $128 $134 $227
Cafe $35 $39 $27
Coworking space $88 $72 $140
Mobile internet $4 $4 $10
Public transportation $15 $20 $30
Taxis $15 $13 $12
Shared bicycles and scooters $0 $0 $40
Sport and cultural events $6 $3 $18
Museums and sights $2 $4 $12
Nightlife $74 $89 $82
Gym $34 $57 $23
Yoga $71 $57 $62
Massage $10 $21 $29
SIM card options Viettel, Vinafone Viettel, Mobifone A1, Telenor, Vivacom
Tipping 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. 10% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafรฉs
Taxi apps Grab Grab, GoViet TaxiMe, TaxiStars
Tap water Not drinkable Not drinkable Not drinkable
Overall cuisine Healthy and with robust flavors, Vietnamese cuisine combines noodles and rice with a variety of greens and local herbs to compliment specially seasoned pork, beef or seafood dishes. In Da Nang, you'll find a strong emphasis on barbecued seafood dishes as well as fish-based sauces. A mix of French, Southeast Asian and Chinese with lots of fresh herbs and spices. Northern Vietnam cuisine includes a lot of fish and noodles. Vegetables and mild spices are often mixed with dairy products to create rich chicken and pork products. Seafood dishes also popular in some regions of the country, making them popular in the capital.
Local food specialities Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads Kebapche, Bulgarian musaka, lyutenitsa, shkember chorba, kyufte, kavarma, banitsa and tarator
Eat like a local Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food Taverns, local BBQ restaurants, local markets and smaller eateries in residential and university areas.
Vegetarian / vegan options 107 options on HappyCow 104 listings on Happy Cow 20 options on HappyCow